A series of visual arts workshops for seniors
I am very excited to announce a new initiative of mine that is starting this September to offer a series of FREE bilingual visual arts workshops for seniors in Prescott and Russell! Thanks to an important partnership with the Prescott Russell Arts Council, I was able to receive funds from the Government of Ontario to put this important project forth to offer seniors in our community. (Please note that due to funding, participation is limited to residents of Ontario).
Why should you participate
Wether you're a seasoned artist or have never created a pice of art, these workshops offer you the chance to explore, experiment, learn and have fun. But it's not just about learning—it's also about connecting with others in a warm, supportive environment. By participating, you'll get to, learn art skills all while engaging with others, and sharing your experiences,
What will the workshops be about?
Workshops will focus on 4 different mediums: acrylic painting, watercolour, soft pastels and clay sculpture. Participants can expect to learn a variety of techniques that will end with a finished masterpiece you can take home.
Locations and times:
Workshops will be taking place in 4 different physical locations is Prescott and Russell and at different times during the day and week:
*Rockland: Club Fil d’argent: Sundays 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Mondays: 1:30 p.m – 3:30 p.m.
Alfred: Community Centre: Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Hawkesbury: Sports Complex: Tuesdays 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Casselman: Public Library: Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
*Check specific workshops for days and times
Accessibility: Virtual Option
To make these workshops accessible to all, I am also offering a virtual option for those who for whatever reason, be it medical, financial or otherwise, cannot make it to any of the physical locations. *See important point under materials.
· Thursdays: 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Also, please let me know if you have any accessibility needs so I can make this experience as enjoyable as possible for you. I will do my best to accommodate you and your needs..
Workshop Schedule
Below is the schedule for each workshop. Please click on the location and workshop you are interested in to register. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation of the dates and times of your scheduled workshop.
Pastel Drawing (2 workshops) |
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Sunday, September 15 and 22, 10 am. To noon | |
Tuesday, September 17 and 24, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | |
Tuesday, September 17 and 24, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | |
Thursday, September 19 and 26, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | |
Thursday, September 26 and October 3, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | |
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Acrylic Painting (3 workshops) |
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Monday, September 30, October 7 and 21, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | |
Tuesday, October 1, 8 and 15, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | |
Tuesday, October 1, 8 and 15, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | |
Thursday, October 3, 10 and 17, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | |
Thursday, October 10,. 17 and 24 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | |
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Clay Sculpture (2 workshops) |
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Sunday, October 27 and November 3, 10 am to noon | |
Tuesday, October 22 and 29, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | |
Tuesday, October 22 and 29, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.. | |
Thursday, October 24 and 31, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | |
Thursday, October 31 and November 7, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | |
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Watercolour (3 workshops) |
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Monday, November 11, 18 and 25, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | |
Tuesday, November 5, 12 and 19, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | |
Tuesday, November 5, 12 and 19, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.. | |
Thursday, November 7, 14 and 21, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | |
Thursday, November 14, 21 and 28, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
Materials
All materials will be provided to participants. For virtual workshop, materials will need to be picked up from one of the above locations once confirmed with the participant. As a bonus, you get to keep the materials you receive so you can keep creating!
Attendance Policy
By signing up, each participant commits to attending their chosen workshop(s) as there is a limit of only 12 participants per workshop and location. Participants are welcome to sign up to more than one workshop or only to those that interest them. Unfortunately, if you miss a workshop, you will not be able to retake it. If you can no longer participate in a workshop, please let me know as soon as possible so I can open your place up to another interested individual.
Please carefully read my attendance policy when you sign up for more information.
Final Exhibition
The end of the series will result in 4 physical exhibitions of participants’ work and one online exhibition of those who participated in the virtual workshops. Participating in the ending exhibition is not mandatory, but it is encouraged as this will be a fun way to come together with other participants of the workshops, exchange, share, celebrate your creative journey and grow your community. I will be asking those participating in the virtual workshops to send me a picture via email of their work.
So that's it! I know we're going to have a BLAST together. I can't wait to meet you and share this creative journey together.
Shanna xo
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